# Department Of Commerce on The No Agenda Show Department Of Commerce comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2009 to September 2024. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** May 2009 – September 2024 - **Related topics:** [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Gina Raimondo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-raimondo.md), [Acorn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acorn.md), [Ai Safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-safety.md), [Chamber Of Commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chamber-of-commerce.md), [Chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chips.md), [Deepfakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfakes.md), [Department Of Homeland Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), [Department Of Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [Department Of Transportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-transportation.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### Gina Raimondo, 60 Minutes Interview on Semiconductor War - **Episode:** [1692: Salted Ducks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-05 - **Time:** 1:19:45–1:31:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks/chapter/gina-raimondo-60-minutes-interview-on-semiconductor-war.md Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo appeared on 60 Minutes to discuss the strategic importance of semiconductors in national security. Raimondo claimed U.S. export controls forced Russia to scavenge chips from breast pumps and refrigerators for military use. The discussion covers the CHIPS Act, the vulnerability of relying on Taiwan for 90% of advanced chips, and the ongoing technological competition with Chinese firm Huawei. Keywords: [gina raimondo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-raimondo.md), [department of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-commerce.md), [semiconductors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semiconductors.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md) ### AI Safety Summit, Gina Raimondo, Deepfakes, China Outlier - **Episode:** [1662: Rousting Granny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-23 - **Time:** 30:37–37:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/ai-safety-summit-gina-raimondo-deepfakes-china-outlier.md Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo led a delegation to Seoul, South Korea, to establish a global AI safety network focused on testing models for misinformation and deepfakes. Critics argue that the Department of Commerce lacks the technical expertise to regulate AI and that testing is impossible without public release. China remains a notable outlier, refusing to join the US-led safety coalition while continuing to export its own AI technology. Keywords: [gina raimondo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-raimondo.md), [seoul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seoul.md), [ai safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-safety.md), [department of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-commerce.md), [deepfakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfakes.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ### Pete Buttigieg and Federal Investigation into Southwest Airlines - **Episode:** [1516: Carbon Bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1516-carbon-bomb.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-29 - **Time:** 13:26–15:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1516-carbon-bomb/chapter/pete-buttigieg-and-federal-investigation-into-southwest-airlines.md Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced a federal investigation into Southwest Airlines' 70% cancellation rate, which far exceeded the industry average. Buttigieg emphasized that federal regulations mandate proactive vouchers for hotels and meals when airlines are at fault. The Senate Commerce Committee has also promised an investigation into the carrier's failure to locate crews and baggage. Keywords: [pete buttigieg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-buttigieg.md), [department of transportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-transportation.md), [southwest airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southwest-airlines.md), senate commerce committee, [federal regulations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-regulations.md) ### ZTE Corporation, US Trade Sanctions and Iran - **Episode:** [910: Coin of the Realm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/910-coin-of-the-realm.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-09 - **Time:** 12:56–16:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/910-coin-of-the-realm/chapter/zte-corporation-us-trade-sanctions-and-iran.md Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross announced a criminal plea agreement involving ZTE Corporation for violating U.S. trade restrictions with Iran. The Chinese telecommunications giant agreed to pay a combined criminal and civil penalty of $1.19 billion. The hosts compare the aggressive prosecution of the Chinese firm to the lack of criminal charges against American bankers following the 2008 financial crisis. Keywords: zte corporation, [wilbur ross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wilbur-ross.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), trade sanctions, [department of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-commerce.md), [chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chips.md) ### Deshauna Barber, IT Analyst and Logistics Commander - **Episode:** [832: Cissexist Hxstory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/832-cissexist-hxstory.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-09 - **Time:** 3:03:14–3:06:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/832-cissexist-hxstory/chapter/deshauna-barber-it-analyst-and-logistics-commander.md A deep dive into Deshauna Barber’s background reveals she is a logistics commander at Fort Meade and has worked as an IT analyst for the Department of Commerce and the Navy. Her platform focuses on PTSD treatment and suicide prevention for returning soldiers. The hosts characterize her as a "spook" due to her extensive ties to the federal government and intelligence-adjacent agencies. Keywords: deshauna barber, [fort meade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-meade.md), [department of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-commerce.md), [ptsd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ptsd.md), [logistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logistics.md) ### FBI Complaint Analysis, Lawful Authority Language - **Episode:** [574: Make Happy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/574-make-happy.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-15 - **Time:** 11:24–21:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/574-make-happy/chapter/fbi-complaint-analysis-lawful-authority-language.md Analysis of the federal complaint against Terry Lee Loewen reveals specific legal phrasing regarding the use of a weapon of mass destruction "without lawful authority." The hosts question the implication that "lawful authority" for such acts might exist. They argue the FBI radicalized Loewen through undercover employees and the use of Inspire Magazine to justify agency budgets. Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [interstate commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interstate-commerce.md), [weapon of mass destruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weapon-of-mass-destruction.md), [jihad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jihad.md) ### Janet Napolitano and Department of Homeland Security Expansion - **Episode:** [331: Ricin Beans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-18 - **Time:** 5:06–7:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans/chapter/janet-napolitano-and-department-of-homeland-security-expansion.md Secretary Janet Napolitano launched the "See Something, Say Something" campaign at the Chamber of Commerce alongside former secretaries Tom Ridge and Michael Chertoff. The Department of Homeland Security has grown to become the third-largest federal department, trailing only Defense and State. Critics point out that former secretaries now profit by selling security scanners and technology back to the agency they once led. Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), [michael chertoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-chertoff.md), [tom ridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-ridge.md), [chamber of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chamber-of-commerce.md) ### ACORN, 2010 Census GPS Mapping Concerns - **Episode:** [94: Dvorak Wears Prada](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/94-dvorak-wears-prada.md) - **Published:** 2009-05-03 - **Time:** 19:07–24:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/94-dvorak-wears-prada/chapter/acorn-2010-census-gps-mapping-concerns.md Concerns are raised regarding the 2010 U.S. Census being supervised by the White House rather than the Department of Commerce. Reports indicate that members of the community organization ACORN have been seen using handheld GPS devices to map specific dwelling coordinates. The hosts question the necessity of this granular data collection given that registration data is already public. Keywords: [acorn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acorn.md), 2010 census, [gps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gps.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [department of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-commerce.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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